Blue Jays Starter Downplays Shohei Ohtani Strikeout as 'Just Another Out'
Trey Yesavage's latest performance in Game 5 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers marked another dominant outing from the 22-year-old right-hander. He went seven innings, striking out 12 batters and securing his third win this postseason.
In the bottom of the third inning, Yesavage once again fanned two-time MVP candidate Shohei Ohtani, much like their first meeting in Game 1. The Dodgers' star made it to base safely just once in 17 plate appearances outside of a monster 4-for-4 outing in Game 3.
When asked about his success against the talented slugger, Yesavage shrugged off the praise. "I was just out there," he said. "I treat every hitter the same." The Blue Jays' starter emphasized that at this level, any hitter can have a big game, and his strikeout of Ohtani was simply another in a series of strong outings.
Yesavage's performance has been a key factor in the Blue Jays' success thus far in the World Series. He has made five starts, posting a 3.46 ERA, and has struck out 39 batters through 26 innings pitched in the playoffs. The 22-year-old right-hander's rise to prominence is a testament to his talent and poise under pressure.
The Blue Jays' pitching staff as a whole has fared well against Ohtani outside of their one disastrous outing, allowing him to reach base safely just four times in 17 plate appearances. With Yesavage on the mound for Game 6, Toronto looks poised to close out the series in front of its home crowd.
Trey Yesavage's latest performance in Game 5 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers marked another dominant outing from the 22-year-old right-hander. He went seven innings, striking out 12 batters and securing his third win this postseason.
In the bottom of the third inning, Yesavage once again fanned two-time MVP candidate Shohei Ohtani, much like their first meeting in Game 1. The Dodgers' star made it to base safely just once in 17 plate appearances outside of a monster 4-for-4 outing in Game 3.
When asked about his success against the talented slugger, Yesavage shrugged off the praise. "I was just out there," he said. "I treat every hitter the same." The Blue Jays' starter emphasized that at this level, any hitter can have a big game, and his strikeout of Ohtani was simply another in a series of strong outings.
Yesavage's performance has been a key factor in the Blue Jays' success thus far in the World Series. He has made five starts, posting a 3.46 ERA, and has struck out 39 batters through 26 innings pitched in the playoffs. The 22-year-old right-hander's rise to prominence is a testament to his talent and poise under pressure.
The Blue Jays' pitching staff as a whole has fared well against Ohtani outside of their one disastrous outing, allowing him to reach base safely just four times in 17 plate appearances. With Yesavage on the mound for Game 6, Toronto looks poised to close out the series in front of its home crowd.
I'm loving Trey Yesavage's calm and cool demeanor! 
He's definitely got the skills and the confidence to take down even the toughest hitters like Shohei Ohtani. 
It's all about executing the game plan and not getting too high or low, right? 
His attitude is infectious, and it's no wonder he's having a breakout postseason! 
The Blue Jays' chances of winning this series are definitely looking up with Yesavage on the mound. Bring it home, Toronto! 
. I mean, come on, 12 strikeouts in one game? That's just ridiculous 
... The Jays are definitely gonna have to step up their A-game if they wanna take down the Dodgers 
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I feel like this is a bit of an underdog story with Yesavage. People are gonna sleep on him because he's just doing his job but he's actually putting up some crazy numbers! 12 Ks in 7 innings? That's insane, especially for a kid his age 
. The thing that impresses me most is how calm and collected he stays under pressure. He doesn't get rattled when facing the big hitters like Ohtani or Aaron Judge. I love watching players who can just shut it down like that 
he's literally bringing the heat with those strikeouts! I mean, 12 batters down in one outing is just insane 
and yeah, Shohei Ohtani is a beast but Trey seems to be on top of his game 
I mean, what's up with this kid Ohtani? He's like a superpower or something! Trey Yesavage is just being real though, it's not like he's trying to diss Ohtani on purpose. The dude just has a knack for shutting him down. But still, 12 strikeouts in one game? That's wild. 
so I'm watching this game and Trey Yesavage is like, WHOA!!! 
. I mean, i get why people are hyped about Ohtani but TBH he's not even that dominant in this series lol